July 2023 Material Handling Network

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Evolving power

the freezer the entire time, Schneider said. Now with the learning curve in place, Schneider said conversations with customers are often about standardization, lead times and quality metrics.

“It’s the beginning of a mature phase of technology and adoption. Orders are bigger. People are switching entire fleets rather than small trials,” she said. Schneider cited a recent white paper by CALSTART showing lithium-ion overtaking lead acid in new vehicle sales and forklift sales in 2026. “It shows the adoption of lithium-ion year-overyear growth at about 30 percent,” Schneider said.

Battery options continue to grow and develop to meet industry needs in material handling

As material handling companies power up to meet the needs of customers, equipment like batteries and chargers are often a top calculation. Some in the lithium-ion battery industry say knowledge of the technology has grown rapidly.

“We’ve gotten to an inflection point where understanding and awareness of lithium-ion batteries is high enough that the discussion is no longer about value proposition. Generally, people understand the value,” said Robin Schneider, director of marketing at Green Cubes Technology.

The company “develops and manufactures a complete portfolio of modern electrification power solutions, including the market-leading Lithium SAFEFlexbattery,” according to the company website. Green Cubes’ solutions “allow industrial customers to transition away from fossil fuels and legacy power sources such as lead-acid and internal combustion engines,” the site said.

Previously, lithium ion was used more in niche, early adopter applications like cold storage facilities where a Li-ion powered battery would have strong capabilities of providing power while staying in

Mining for lithium

Asked about the practices of mining for lithium ion, Schneider said the subject does come up frequently as a concern and added that there will be supply chain constraints as the industry grows. “Eventually, supply will be developed to meet the demand. There will be correction and balance over time,” Schneider said.

There is a key distinction between the more wellestablished chemistry of nickel magnesium (NMC) cobalt and the lithium-ion phosphate (LFP) chemistry used in lift truck batteries, according to Schneider. The NMC combination is used in laptops, cell phones and the majority of electric vehicles, she said.

Lithium is fairly abundant, however the NMC mining process is “very environmentally unfriendly,” said Schneider, who said most of the supply mines are based in Africa and are owned by China. “They’re also toxic,” she added.

The LFP combination uses iron, which Schneider said is “readily abundant in most of the world.” “There’s a drive for the entire battery industry to go forward with the LFP chemistry,” she said, noting Green Cubes batteries employ this chemistry.

LITHIUM SAFEFLEX BATTERIES AND CHARGERS

Maintenance free Li-ion batteries increase safety and efficiency with a lower total cost than lead acid.

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“LFP has a couple of advantages; its life cycle is inherently much longer than NMC. It is safer in the sense that if you have did have a rare thermal event with LFP the worst the peak temperature is much lower,” Schneider said. The disadvantage of LFP is energy density, according to Schneider. “It takes up more space than NMC, but that is not a big issue in an industrial truck,” she said.

In addition to batteries, Green Cubes has developed chargers, which Schneider said includes “the highest efficiency and smallest charger” in the market. She said a lot of customers are interested in a seamless system of batteries and chargers.

In the near future, the company is monitoring the work of the California Air Resources Board, an organization that oversees the state’s efforts for air pollution control, including proposals of electrification of internal combustion engines, according to Schneider.

The state legislature is currently in the comment period of legislation that may phase out Class 4 and Class 5 lift trucks between 2026 and 2035, according to Schneider. “It’s yet to be seen exactly how that is going to phase out,” she said.

Exploring power options

Some in the industry are seeing interest in diverse power solutions. At EnerSys there are three battery technologies available to address all needs and budgets, according to the company website.

The business has developed modeling software that “eliminates guesswork and can use application data for actionable intelligence to identify the ideal battery and charger combination based on a customer’s specific operations and goals,” the site said.

EnerSys offers Ironclad® traditional flooded lead acid batteries as well as “virtually maintenancefree NexSys® PURE Thin Plate Pure Lead (TPPL) and NexSys® iON Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries, according to the business website. In addition, the

company offers a range of charger technologies including a new wireless option for AGVs, the site said.

Harold Vanasse, Senior Director of Marketing, Motive Power Global, for the company, said like any newer technology, there is an adoption curve for lithium ion. “Flooded lead acid has been around for a long time,” he said, noting that for many EnerSys customers, lead acid technology is still preferred. But interest in maintenance free technology is strong and varies, so he said the consultations EnerSys can provide are key. Vanasse said the company’s experts help size up what technology will work for a client, what the budget considerations are and more.

Chris Behan, Senior Marketing Manager, Motive Power Americas, for EnerSys, said the company will gather equipment energy usage data as well as shift and break patterns for charging to paint a complete picture.

All of that information is input into the EnerSys simulation software, to help customers make fully informed decisions of power needs, according to Behan. The company’s offering of a one-stop shop for battery and charger needs is also valued by its customers, according to Vanasse.

“We design and make our own chargers as well. It’s very much a closed-loop system. Everything is designed to work optimally together,” he said.

Industry trends

Vanasse said the shortage of labor, cost of labor and automation remain top considerations for EnerSys partners. Behan said an interesting trend has also been the number of customers wanting to move away from the costs and time associated with battery maintenance.

For some, thin plate pure lead is a good option if they don’t require the full power of the Li-ion option, Behan said. “We try to right-size the power system for the application,” he said, noting some

operations, like a 24-7 facility, can benefit from the advantages of lithium ion batteries that are designed to recharge fast during break periods.

“Another trend you see is automation,” said Vanasse, who said maintenance free TPPL and lithium-ion batteries often match up well with such efforts as businesses seek options to fill labor needs.

Sustainability is another top-of-mind subject for EnerSys partners, according to Vanasse.

Behan agreed, noting that for those looking for water savings, considering different battery options may help hit those goals. “Our NexSys solutions never have to be watered,” he said.

Vanasse said he envisions the lithium-ion technology will continue to evolve over the coming years, with the cells becoming more energy dense. “We’re going to see an evolution in those chemistries,” he said.

EnerSys recently debuted its wireless charging options, which both Vanasse and Behan said are of interest to companies looking to drive up efficiencies with automated equipment.

In the near future, the EnerSys sales team are looking forward to continuing to apply customer data to hone down what is best for each operation. And Vanasse said the company will likely release the next generation of that software in a year or so. “We’re still continue to evolve thin plate pure lead and lithium-ion products,” he said, encouraging material handling companies to look through their various power options and use data to help make the best choice.

“Have that conversation with us,” he said. “There is no one-size-fits all solution and we don’t want customers to guess at what they need. The costs of a bad decision are very high.”

Eileen Mozinski Schmidt is a freelance writer and journalist based in the Greater Milwaukee area. Email Networkeditorial@MHNetwork. com or visit eileenmozinskischmidt.wordpress.com to contact Eileen. If your company would like to be featured, email Networkeditorial@ MHNetwork.com

Blocks the Spread of FireActivates the Sprinkler System

Today’s warehouse fire protection systems include more than just pipes and sprinklers. When the products being stored include highly flammable items such as plastics, aerosols, liquors or oils, fire barriers may be required inside the racking structure.

Solid steel rack decking and flat sheet accessories from DACS make effective fire or heat barriers in warehouse environments.

They can be used on storage racks horizontally or vertically to block the spread of fire, or to capture heat for in-rack sprinkler activation.

Safety First

Searching for Safety: Boost safety and efficiency in processing applications with diagnostic tools

A vibrating screen is the heart of a mineral processing operation. It’s the deciding factor in whether or not your product meets your specifications. Deadlines and quotas might tempt producers to overload the screen while attempting to increase their bottom line. However, this contributes to downtime due to premature wear and might create a safety hazard for workers near an unbalanced screen. And just as monitoring a heart rate is essential for optimal health, the same idea applies to a mineral processing operation.

Think of manufacturers as an operation’s cardiologist, there to diagnose and remedy operating issues before they become a safety hazard or halt production altogether. They provide producers with the necessities to streamline an operation and minimize downtime or injury. And, these days, that starts with diagnostics.

Like a house call from a doctor, onsite diagnostics enhance mineral processing operations through vibration analysis service programs without having to transport the equipment into a shop. These programs offer producers insight into their screen’s performance to achieve optimum efficiency and ensure minor operating issues don’t become major hazards. Certain manufacturers offer service programs that provide producers the opportunity to monitor screening performance in real-time using wireless technology. These advanced systems offer a hands-off approach to analyzing screening equipment by allowing operators to stand out of harm’s way — from a potentially off-balanced screen — when performing diagnostics.

In addition to safety, wireless technology offers operators remote, real-time monitoring, which ensures equipment is properly maintained and running optimally. This means less risk that strain is placed on the screen or other parts of the operation to maintain production quota. The increased efficiency and enhanced safety is the healthy choice for all areas of the operation.

Sound interesting? Here’s how it works:

It all begins with a close relationship with the OEM and is enhanced by real-time equipment monitoring. Finding a key partnership where an OEM approaches the application as a solution provider rather than an equipment supplier is key to productivity and success. If your OEM isn’t providing consultative advice and real-time, proactive monitoring, it might be time to seek another solution.

A key aspect of safety is having equipment that runs at peak performance and knowing when and how to maintain it. The more time spent fixing and maintaining the equipment heightens the risk of injury. That is where real-time monitoring comes in handy.

An advanced vibration analysis program specifically monitors the health of vibrating screens. That real-time feedback ensures optimized screen performance and equipment durability. The hands-free system uses a wireless, industrialgrade tablet computer and eight tri-axial sensors to detect abnormalities the human eye cannot, such as a hairline crack in a side plate or an uneven or twisting motion. Even the slightest irregularities can result in diminished performance, decreased efficiency, and safety risk for the operator.

The programs use wireless accelerometers to detect any irregularities, allowing operators to stand as far as 300 feet out of harm’s way. Each sensor attaches to key places on a machine to send 24 channels of data to the tablet via Wi-Fi — illustrating the machine’s orbit, acceleration, deviations, and more.

After the sensors record the data, trained and experienced engineers review, study and interpret the results through the system’s database. This provides the engineers and producer with a detailed report of any concerns that might diminish productivity or risk operator safety.

If an irregularity is detected, the service team travels to complete on-site service, which keeps producers on top of preventative maintenance and ensures a safe operation that runs at maximum efficiency and lower risk. Some vibration analysis systems store each machine’s historical data, which allows for quick comparison over time and easy troubleshooting.

More and more often producers rely on diagnostics for safer work environments and a streamlined operation. Its hands-off approach ensures a healthy operation, which helps producers efficiently meet deadlines and provide quality products for their customers.

Wilm Schulz is the parts and service manager at Haver & Boecker Niagara, a leading provider in screening, pelletizing, and mineral processing plants and systems. His more than one decade of experience with the company helps him lead a team focused on providing customers with processing equipment solutions and services that offer prolonged equipment life and increased efficiency. Contact Wilm at w.schulz@haverniagara.ca.

Chain Reaction

From Bottlenecks to Breakthroughs: Mastering warehouse robotics head-on

The future - or rather, the present - of warehouse management is undeniably intertwined with robotics. However, the journey towards this automation is not without its hurdles. It's crucial to understand that while robotics can revolutionize warehouse logistics, it can also lead to significant costs, inefficiencies and disappointment if not implemented correctly. Here are some key insights that can serve as a guide to avoiding common pitfalls in warehouse robotics.

Preventing Bottlenecks in Automation

The primary goal of warehouse robotics is to expedite the product fulfillment cycle. However, partial automation of processes without a holistic reengineering approach can lead to new bottlenecks. For instance, if you automate picking to double your output, but your packing process remains manual and slow, you've merely shifted the bottleneck, not eliminated it. The key is to consider the entire process and understand the implications of automation on the overall workflow.

Designing for Automation

The extent of automation in your warehouse should align with your overall design and future growth plans. Whether you aim for full automation or prefer a hybrid model, it's essential to consider the impact on all parts of your operation. Remember, the efficiency of your process is only as good as its slowest component.

Addressing the Mundane Aspects

While high-tech robotic picking might steal the spotlight, don't overlook the more routine aspects of warehouse operations. For example, automating tasks like waste removal can lead to significant time and cost savings.

Planning for the Future

It's crucial to envision your future state in the context of an evolving robotics landscape. This doesn't mean rushing into full automation but

rather identifying individual elements that can be automated in a non-sequential manner. The customer's demand for speed is driving the urgency for automation. The challenge is to balance speed with cost-effectiveness and quality.

Understanding the Role of Leadership

Leadership plays a crucial role in the successful implementation of warehouse robotics. It's up to the executive team to orchestrate multiple initiatives simultaneously to ensure that they all come together to form a holistic solution. This requires a clear vision, strategic planning, and effective project management.

Building in Flexibility

Flexibility is a key factor in warehouse automation. As the market evolves, so should your automation strategy too. This means being open to new technologies and approaches and being willing to adapt your processes as needed. It's not about finding a one-size-fits-all solution, but rather about finding the right mix of automation and manual processes that works best for your specific needs.

Achieving the Customer Satisfaction Breakthrough

Warehouse automation can have a significant impact on customer satisfaction. By speeding up the fulfillment process, you can deliver products to your customers faster and more efficiently. However, it's important to remember that speed is not the only factor that matters. Quality and accuracy are also crucial. By focusing on all three aspects - speed, quality, and accuracy - you can provide a superior customer experience.

The Future of Warehouse Automation

The future of warehouse automation is exciting and full of potential, but successful warehouse robotics initiatives require a careful and strategic approach. It's about navigating the unknowns of the future without losing sight of the present

realities. With advances in robotics and AI, we can expect to see even more efficient and sophisticated warehouse operations in the future. While automation can bring many benefits, it also comes with risks. By understanding these risks and taking steps to mitigate them, you can ensure that your warehouse automation journey is a successful one.

Guy Courtin is a seasoned supply chain expert with decades of experience in the technology and supply chain space. Currently serving as Tecsys’ Vice President of Industry and Alliances, he has held leadership roles at 6 River Systems (a Shopify company), Infor Retail, and i2 Technologies (now Blue Yonder), and served as an industry analyst at Constellation Research, SCM World (Now Gartner), and Forrester Research.

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Christmas peak has not been cancelled

It is now the time of year when many retailers and their supply chain partners will be starting to plan and secure their warehousing space and resource requirements for the Big One – the ‘golden quarter’ and the Christmas peak.

Predicting requirements seven or eight months ahead is always a nightmare, and this year looks particularly fraught. There is, of course, a ‘cost of living crisis’ but strangely, although full figures are not yet in, it looks as though consumer spending in the Easter peak held up much better than expected – indeed, anecdotally it appears that some retailers and suppliers were short of stock as demand exceeded their somewhat gloomy expectations.

Price inflation remains painfully high but may decline rapidly over the course of the year. Or we may be trapped in a rerun of the high-inflation Seventies – both views are available, often from the same economic forecasters.

One rather firmer prognostication is that e-retailing seems to have found its new natural level – around a quarter of retail trade. So omnichannel is the way forward for many retailers, with the additional complexity that this brings to warehouse space planning.

Given the uncertainties, many firms will have held back on committing to space for the winter peak, and some, with pressure on margins and anticipating subdued trading, will have decided not to renew leases on some of their existing estates. That is no bad thing – in our experience it very rarely makes sense for a business to scale its ‘permanent’ warehousing facilities to accommodate the highest peaks in demand. This ties up capital, or drains cashflow, whilst making an inefficient use of scarce and increasingly expensive labor and other resources during the off-peaks – which for many firms is most of the year.

And this year, particularly, is not a good time to be entering into long-term space commitments. Despite some big names, especially in e-commerce, rationalizing their warehousing estate, quality

space is still in short supply, whilst landlords are facing eye-watering increases in the interest they are paying. Unsurprisingly this is reflected in rents: the agents Colliers report that in 2022 there was a year-on-year increase of 10.5% in rents for large (100,000 sq ft plus) units, and a huge 13.2% on smaller and multi-let facilities and, say the agents “these will continue to rise, albeit at a slower pace”. Meanwhile, the bills for rates, electricity and other utilities, insurance and all the other costs of operating even a half-empty warehouse continue to increase.

The solution is to adopt strategies that embrace and make a virtue of short-term leasing. While the headline rates per square foot may look high, the business is only paying these for the time that the space is needed, and in practice rates are often highly competitive as the space provider is keen to see any return on what an underutilized or idle asset is otherwise.

Nor is the renter paying throughout the year to heat, light, staff and otherwise maintain largely empty space. And often, if a business moves in to take up another company’s spare capacity (which may be because that company is overprovided, or because its peak requirements are at a different time of year) many of the operating costs, perhaps even including labor and IT, are already paid for, so the renting company is charged something closer to the marginal rate rather than the full cost. It can even be that facilities are available already equipped with levels of productivity-enhancing IT and automation that the business would struggle to resource or justify on its own account.

However, the flexibility offered by a strategy that includes short-term lets isn’t just for Christmas. It can allow a supplier or retailer to experiment –with new product lines, with new regional markets or new customers, with new distribution chain architectures, with different blends and approaches to the physical store/e-commerce balance – at relatively little long-term risk.

Such a strategy may even lead to semi-permanent arrangements: an understanding that the business is intended to take the same space for the same three months every year.

Bis Henderson Space has many years of experience in helping companies ‘right size’ their peak space requirements, and then securing the right temporary space: right in terms of cost, location, and facilities, from bare sheds to space in fully manned and equipped distribution centers. We have built an extensive network of space partners who, sometimes occasionally, sometimes predictably year-on-year, have more warehousing than they need. They are often keen not only on the extra income but for the productivity and efficiency improvements – such as being able to maintain a fully employed permanent staff – that full occupation of their facility can yield.

We help companies find and implement mutually beneficial deals surprisingly quickly – but be warned: an increasing number of companies are

now actively seeking the benefits of including short-term accommodation as part of their warehousing strategy – and Christmas is closer than you think!

Steve Purvis, Managing Director at Bis Henderson Space has many years’ experience in this market. We can help convert your seasonal space requirements from a firefighting emergency to a considered tactical response as part of your wider warehousing/fulfilment strategy. If you’d like to learn more please contact Rob McWriter, Business Development Director at Bis Henderson Space on rob.mcwriter@bishenderson.com or 7836 572500

Zion Solutions Group drives growth in material handling automation amidst economic changes

Zion Solutions Group is steering the growth of material handling automation amidst evolving economic conditions.. As the United States faces rising labor costs, businesses are increasingly turning to automation. The latest ITR Report projects a mild recession in 2024 but also predicts a fiveyear recovery and growth plan, avoiding a scenario akin to the Great Recession. Concurrently, the surge in onshoring and nearshoring manufacturing facilities creates fresh opportunities for domestic manufacturing.

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Hy-Tek Intralogistics and Hai Robotics announce partnership

Hy-Tek Intralogistics has partnered with Hai Robotics, a provider of intelligent automated warehouse solutions. With Hy-Tek's IntraOne enterprise logistics platform, the addition of Hai Robotics’ automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) solutions will help reduce a customer’s storage footprints, increase workflow efficiency, maximize order pick accuracy, and improve daily order fulfillment rate.

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Machinery Manufacturer Norwalt opens facility in Tampa expanding footprint and capacity

Norwalt, has commenced operations at a new production facility in Tampa, FL. A satellite site to the company’s primary plant in Randolph, NJ, the new facility increases Norwalt’s overall production floor space by 25% and features buildout potential for adjacent areas moving forward. For Norwalt, the expansion is rooted both in current necessity and near-future opportunity. In recent years, the company has seen an unprecedented growth surge, prioritizing additional space to continue to meet expedited equipment delivery timeframes.

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Marginal decline in Forklift Truck Sales in 2022 following historic 2021

The Industrial Truck Association (ITA) reports that forklift sales in the North American market remained robust for the second consecutive year during 2022 after reaching a record level in 2021. Despite headwinds from high levels of inflation and mixed economic indicators, retail orders decreased by only 1% year-over-year, closing out the year as the second highest on record. Year-end 2022 forklift truck sales of 344,330, spanning all classes (1-5), trailed the previous year (347,677) by slightly more than 3,000 units. Industry performance varied among the classes including electric rider trucks (Class 1 and Class 2 combined) and motorized hand trucks (Class 3) declining (y/y). Class 3 showed the greatest decline of 11%. Class 1 declined by nearly 10% and Class 2 declined by 8.3%. The market for internal combustion trucks, Classes 4 and 5, grew significantly (y/y). Class 4 showed growth of over 39% whereas Class 5 grew at a rate of 13.7%.

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Industry News

MH Equipment Partners with OTTO Motors to provide Material Handling Automation Solutions

MH Equipment has announced its partnership with OTTO Motors, a provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). MH Equipment was selected as an OTTO Certified Dealer to develop, sell, deploy, and service OTTO Motors’ solutions. MH Equipment focuses on partnerships that meet the needs of their customers and the partnership created with OTTO Motors will help meet the rising demand for AMRs. It will also assist in solving top manufacturing challenges by implementing material handling automation solutions at scale.

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April 2023 orders total $336.7M the lowest order value since January 2021 following two record years

New orders of manufacturing technology totaled $336.7 million in April 2023, according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT –The Association for Manufacturing Technology. April orders declined 38.7% from March 2023 orders and declined 34.4% from April 2022 orders. Year-to-date orders totaled $1.72 billion in 2023, 13.6% below the same period in 2022. Job shops, the largest customer segment, decreased their orders by just under 39%, declining slightly more than the overall market from March to April.

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People News

Sean Phillips receives CSIA’s 2023 Rising Star Award

Senior Project Manager Sean Phillips, P.E. of Hargrove Controls & Automation was presented the prestigious 2023 Rising Star Award at the 2023 Control System Integrators Association (CSIA) Executive Conference in New Orleans, LA. CSIA recognizes individuals and organizations for their contributions to the industry at an annual award’s banquet held during the annual Executive Conference. There are five award categories, and the ‘Rising Star Award’ is awarded to an individual who is relatively new to the industry yet has shown attributes of a leader.

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Plus One Robotics hires John Crimmins as Sr. Solutions Architect

Plus One Robotics has announced the hiring of John Crimmins as a senior solutions architect. Crimmins is responsible for developing automation solutions that expand the implementation of Plus One technology within the logistics industry. He has worked at some of the largest logistics companies in the world including Walmart, Dematic, Amazon Robotics, and Vanderlande Industries where he led a $1 billion project at the LAX Airport and Southern California baggage handling systems.

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People News

KPI Solutions appoints Jason Boehl as Vice President, Enterprise Solutions

KPI Solutions (KPI) has announced that Jason Boehl has joined the company as Vice President Enterprise Solutions. In this role, Jason will optimize clients’ distribution, warehousing, and fulfillment operations by uniting data-driven designs and innovative engineering with high-performance automation technologies, powered by KPI’s proprietary OPTO software platform. Jason joins KPI after nearly a decade of increasing responsibility at Honeywell Intelligrated where he most recently served as Executive Director, Solution Consulting and Data Analytics.

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SUN Automation Group® announces Bryan Fitch as new Technical Manager

SUN Automation Group (SUN) has announced that Bryan Fitch has been hired as a Technical Sales Manager for the North American market. With an established career in the corrugated industry, Bryan will serve to recommend and improve box plants’ operations with equipment, parts, and service from SUN. Bryan will be able to leverage his knowledge in optimizing box plant operations as a trusted advisor at SUN. From new installations of converting and material handling equipment to recommending ideal upgrades and retrofits.

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SVT Robotics names David Bates as VP of Customer Success

SVT Robotics has announced the appointment of David Bates as Vice President of Customer Success. In his position, Bates will be responsible for optimizing the onboarding process of new SOFTBOT® Platform users, as

well as the overall growth of the platform's user base. Bates joins the SVT team after most recently serving as Vice President, Software, Controls and Integration Unit - Americas at Swisslog, a global provider of robotic intralogistics solutions.

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CLARK announces appointment of Mike Binnie as COO/CAO of CLARK North America

CLARK Material Handling Company has announced the appointment of J. Michael Binnie as COO/CAO for its North America operations. In this role, Mr. Binnie will oversee daily operations at CLARK, working closely with the CLARK dealer network, facilitating the continued innovation of the company, as well as working closely with the CLARK management team to build on the success of the company with a long-term strategic plan.

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IDENTCO names Brad Zechman as new CEO

IDENTCO has appointed longtime materials supply executive Brad Zechman as its newest CEO. He officially joined the company on April 10 and will be responsible for overseeing all strategic business, sales, and product development direction across each of IDENTCO’s four major business units. Mr. Zechman also is the CEO of Reliance Label Solutions. Mr. Zechman is replacing IDENTCO CEO and founder Scott Lucas, who is retiring after an impressive 37 years with the company.

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Industrial Manufacturing planned Project Report

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29% increase in new Industrial Manufacturing Planned Projects in May 2023; Minnesota new to Top 10

IMI SalesLeads has announced the May 2023 results for the new planned capital project spending report for the Industrial Manufacturing industry. The Firm tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity; including facility expansions, new plant construction, and significant equipment modernization projects. Research confirms 184 new projects in May as compared to 143 in April in the Industrial Manufacturing sector.

PENNSYLVANIA: A steel company is planning to invest $218 million in the construction of a manufacturing facility in ALIQUIPPA, PA. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Completion is slated for late 2025.

TEXAS: Semiconductor mfr. is planning to invest $200 million for the expansion of its manufacturing facility in LUBBOCK, TX. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

The following are selected highlights on new Industrial Manufacturing industry construction news.

Industrial Manufacturing - By Project Type

• Manufacturing/Production Facilities - 167 New Projects

• Distribution and Industrial Warehouse - 66 New Projects

Industrial Manufacturing - By Project Scope/Activity

• New Construction - 62 New Projects

• Expansion - 64 New Projects

• Renovations/Equipment Upgrades - 60 New Projects

• Plant Closings - 17 New Projects

Industrial Manufacturing - By Project Location (Top 10 States)

• New York - 16

• Ohio - 13

• Michigan - 9

• Pennsylvania - 8

• Ontario - 7

Largest Planned Project

• Texas - 15

• Indiana – 12

• Minnesota – 8 (New to List)

• Georgia - 7

• South Carolina - 7

During the month of May, our research team identified 12 new Industrial Manufacturing facility construction projects with an estimated value of $100 million or more.

The largest project is owned by Applied Materials, Inc., which is planning to invest $4 billion for the construction of a manufacturing, laboratory, and office facility in SUNNYVALE, CA. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Completion is slated for 2026.

Top 10 Tracked Industrial Manufacturing Projects

GEORGIA: Graphite product mfr. is planning to invest $800 million in the construction of a manufacturing facility in BAINBRIDGE, GA. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Completion is slated for 2025.

MICHIGAN: Automotive mfr. is planning to invest $200 million for the construction of a 1 million sf EV component manufacturing facility in AUBURN HILLS, MI. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Construction is expected to start in Summer 2023, with completion slated for late 2024.

MISSISSIPPI: Wood products mfr. is investing $200 million in the construction of a manufacturing facility in BEAUMONT, MS. Construction is expected to start in the Summer of 2023, with completion slated for early 2025.

TEXAS: Semiconductor component mfr. is planning to invest $185 million for the expansion, renovation, and equipment upgrades on their manufacturing facility in ROUND ROCK, TX. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

OHIO: A steel company is planning to invest $145 million for an expansion of its manufacturing facility in MINGO JUNCTION, OH. They have recently received approval for the project.

TENNESSEE: Industrial equipment mfr. is planning to invest $120 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on their manufacturing facility in JEFFERSON CITY, TN. They are currently seeking approval for the project

ARIZONA: Furniture mfr. is planning to invest $100 million for the construction of a 1-million SF manufacturing, distribution, showroom, and office campus on 107th Ave. in AVONDALE, AZ. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

KANSAS: Tire mfr. is planning to invest $100 million for the expansion of its manufacturing facility in JUNCTION CITY, KS. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

Since 1959, IMI SalesLeads, based in Jacksonville, FL is a leader in delivering industrial capital project intelligence and prospecting services for sales and marketing teams to ensure a predictable and scalable pipeline. The Outsourced Prospecting Services, an extension to your sales team, is designed to drive growth with qualified meetings and appointments for your internal sales team. Visit us at salesleadsinc.com.

Distribution and Supply Chain Project Report

Data provided by SalesLeads

158 New Distribution and Supply Chain Planned Industrial Projects with a 24% Increase in Renovations in May 2023

IMI SalesLeads announced the May 2023 results for the new planned capital project spending report for the Distribution and Supply Chain industry. The Firm tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity; including facility expansions, new plant construction and significant equipment modernization projects. Research confirms 158 new projects in the Distribution and Supply Chain sector.

ARIZONA: Furniture mfr. is planning to invest $100 million for the construction of a 1-million sf manufacturing, distribution, showroom, and office campus on 107th Ave. in AVONDALE, AZ. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

MISSISSIPPI: Beverage distributor is planning to invest $100 million for the construction of a 400,000 sf distribution facility in MADISON, MS. They have recently received approval for the project. They will relocate their regional operations upon completion in early 2025.

The following are selected highlights on new Distribution Center and Warehouse construction news.

Distribution and Supply Chain - By Project Type

• Distribution/Fulfillment Centers - 16 New Projects

• Industrial Warehouse - 142 New Projects

Distribution and Supply Chain - By Project Scope/Activity

• New Construction - 73 New Projects

• Expansion - 42 New Projects

• Renovations/Equipment Upgrades - 41 New Projects

• Closings - 3 New Projects

Distribution and Supply Chain - By Project Location (Top 5 States)

• California - 12

• Florida - 9

• Indiana - 8

Largest Planned Project

• Texas - 12

• Georgia - 9

During the month of May, our research team identified 3 new Distribution and Supply Chain facility construction projects with an estimated value of $100 million or more.

The largest project is owned by DHL Supply Chain, who is investing $280 million for the construction of a 3 million sf warehouse complex in SOUTH ANNVILLE TOWNSHIP, PA. Completion will occur in phases, with the completion of phase 1 slated for Summer 2024.

Top 10 Tracked Distribution and Supply Chain Project Opportunities

ILLINOIS: Real estate development company is investing $250 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a 482,000 sf movie and TV production studio in CHICAGO, IL. Completion is slated for early 2024.

KANSAS: Industrial pipe and fitting mfr. is planning to invest $80 million for the construction of a 134,000 sf manufacturing and warehouse facility on 119th St. W. in MAIZE, KS. Construction is expected to start in early 2024, with completion slated for early 2025.

MISSISSIPPI: Logistics service provider is planning to invest $64 million for the construction of a 200,000 sf warehouse facility in ELLISVILLE, MS. They have recently received approval for the project.

FLORIDA: Membership-only grocery and retail chain is planning to invest $61 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a recently leased 1 million sf distribution center at 1400 Zoo Pkwy in JACKSONVILLE, FL

TEXAS: Furniture mfr. is planning to invest $44 million for the construction of a 740,000 sf distribution center in MIDLOTHIAN, TX. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Construction is expected to start in Summer 2023, with completion slated for Summer 2024.

IOWA: Automotive parts mfr. is planning to invest $35 million for the construction of a 215,000 sf manufacturing, distribution, and office facility on SE Convenience Blvd. in ANKENY, IA. Construction is expected to start in Fall 2023, with completion slated for early 2025. The site will allow for a future 145,000 sf expansion.

NORTH CAROLINA: Aerospace company is planning to invest $33 million for the construction of a warehouse and maintenance facility at Piedmont Triad International Airport in GREENSBORO, NC. They have recently received approval for the project.

CALIFORNIA: Supermarket chain is planning for the construction of a 1.4 million sf distribution center in RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

Since 1959, SalesLeads, based in Jacksonville, FL is a leader in delivering industrial capital project intelligence and prospecting services for sales and marketing teams to ensure a predictable and scalable pipeline.

Industrial Food and Beverage Report

Data provided by SalesLeads

76 New Food and Beverage Industry Planned Projects as Growth Remains Steady for May 2023

IMI SalesLeads announced today the May 2023 results for the new planned capital project spending report for the Food and Beverage industry. The Firm tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity; including facility expansions, new plant construction and significant equipment modernization projects. Research confirms 76 new projects in the Food and Beverage sector as compared to 74 in April 2023.

CALIFORNIA: Supermarket chain is planning for the construction of a 1.4 million sf distribution center in RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

FLORIDA: Membership-only grocery and retail chain is planning to invest $61 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a recently pre-leased 1 million sf distribution center at 1400 Zoo Pkwy in JACKSONVILLE, FL.

The following are selected highlights on new industrial construction news and project opportunities throughout North America.

Food and Beverage Project Type

• Processing Facilities - 49 New Projects

• Distribution and Industrial Warehouse - 28 New Projects

Food and Beverage Project Scope/Activity

• New Construction - 29 New Projects

• Expansion - 26 New Projects

• Renovations/Equipment Upgrades - 23 New Projects

• Plant Closing - 2 New Projects

Food and Beverage Project Location (Top 10 States)

• California - 8

• New York - 4

• Virginia - 4

• Pennsylvania - 3

• Connecticut - 2

Largest Planned Project

• Wisconsin - 6

• Ohio - 4

• Kentucky - 3

• Alabama - 2

• Illinois - 2

During the month of May, our research team identified 3 new Food and Beverage facility construction projects with an estimated value of $100 million or more.

The largest project is owned by The Coca-Cola Company, who is planning to invest $650 million for the construction of a 745,000 sf processing facility on Tebor Rd. in WEBSTER, NY. Construction is expected to start in Fall 2023, with completion slated for late 2025.

Top 10 Tracked Food and Beverage Projects

ILLINOIS: Foodservice company is planning to invest $103 million for the construction of a 407,000 sf processing facility at 2810 Duke Pkwy. in AURORA, IL. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

MICHIGAN: Distillery is planning to invest $41 million for the construction of a 9,000 sf ethanol processing facility in CONSTANTINE, MI. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

PENNSYLVANIA: Food ingredient mfr. is planning to invest $31 million for the expansion and equipment upgrades at their processing facility in LANCASTER, PA. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

ALBERTA: Food ingredient mfr. is planning to invest $29 million for the construction of a manufacturing facility in RED DEER COUNTY, AB. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

IOWA: Food processing company is planning for equipment upgrades on their 570,000 sf processing facility in DES MOINES, IA. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

KANSAS: Beverage distributor is planning to invest $14 million for the construction of an 83,000 sf warehouse and office facility at 16800 W 113th St. in LENEXA, KS. They have recently received approval for the project.

NEW YORK: Specialty food distributor is planning to invest $12 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a recently leased 231,000 sf distribution center at 80 Wilshire Blvd. in EDGEWOOD, NY. They will relocate their regional operations upon completion in late 2023.

VIRGINIA: Indoor farming company is planning for the expansion of their processing facility at 1343 Hockett Rd. in MANAKIN-SABOT, VA by 93,000 sf. Construction is expected to start in late Summer 2023.

Since 1959, SalesLeads, based in Jacksonville, FL is a leader in delivering industrial capital project intelligence and prospecting services for sales and marketing teams to ensure a predictable and scalable pipeline. Our Industrial Market Intelligence, IMI identifies timely insights on companies planning significant capital investments such as new construction, expansion, relocation, equipment modernization and plant closings in industrial facilities. The Outsourced Prospecting Services, an extension to your sales team, is designed to drive growth with qualified meetings and appointments for your internal sales team.

Product Showcase

RAVAS offers industry-leading forklift truck scales

RAVAS offers a complete range of forklift weighing systems. These are intelligent attachments that can fit on trucks of all brands. RAVAS offers the iFork, Hydraulic and Carriage Plate Scales (ICP) weighing systems. RAVAS’ versatile iForks are the world's first and most complete wireless set of weighing forks for forklift trucks. The RAVAS Hydraulic Weighing Systems are designed for simple weight checks of pallets and goods.

www.ravas.com

Stoecklin introduces CasePicker Automation Solution

Stöcklin Logistics is launching the Stöcklin CasePicker to address the specific product logistics challenges and opportunities now facing produce shippers. The Stöcklin CasePicker offers a completely automated solution for distribution centers serving hundreds of retail outlets, with freshness zones from 4°C to 14°C and up to 135,000 cases/day for fruit and vegetables. It features a depalletizer with intelligent control that manages a unique special gripper with a suction strip and underride plate to ensure gentle and reliable case picking. www.stoecklin.us

Raymond introduces outdoor electric lift trucks

The Raymond Corporation introduced two products designed to provide exceptional performance while addressing the need for sustainable material handling solutions: the 4800 and 4810 80-volt sit-down counterbalanced trucks. The new pneumatic series offers all the needed capacities between 4,000 and 11,000 pounds. The 4800 and 4810 models both feature the confidence-inspiring Raymond Performance Stability System™, which offers a high level of vehicle control for reduced damage to goods and facilities. www.raymondcorp.com

Cushman introduces two innovative streetlegal utility vehicles

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. has launched two new Cushman® utility models, the Tour LSV and Hauler PRO LSV. These models introduce street-legal vehicles to the Cushman lineup for personnel transport and utility duties. Both the Tour LSV and Hauler PRO LSV adhere to both the FMVSS 500 federal standard and the SAE J2358 industry standard, and can be operated on roads with speed limits up to 35MPH in most jurisdictions.

www.textron.com

www.cushman.com

ORBIS® Corporation adds heavy-duty extended height containers to improve shipping efficiency and reduce costs

ORBIS® Corporation, has announced a new addition to its BulkPak® line of shipping containers: the BulkPak 48x45 HDMP Extended Height container system. The heavy-duty 48x45 HDMP Extended Height series offers 28 positions in a standard 53’ truck, enabling a gain of up to 20% in shipping efficiency and warehouse utilization. The 48x45 HDMP Extended Height container is available in three heights, including 39”, 42”, and 50”, with the 39” container being the only 28-position bulk bin available in the market.

www.orbiscorporation.com

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Product Showcase

Hyster® trucks to use Rocsys robotic charging

Rocsys will deliver its ROC1 autonomous charging system for use with zero-emission

Hyster Terminal Tractors, with the possibility to extend to other Hyster electric trucks. Using the robotic ROC-1 solution, parked machines can be both plugged in and charged automatically, helping to support efficiency and uptime in ports. The new Hyster Terminal Tractor, previewed at TOC Europe in June, will also feature standardized CCS1 or CCS2 capabilities.

www.rocsys.com www.hyster.com

Caldwell expands RUD ACP-Turnado Lifting Point Range

The Caldwell Group Inc. has expanded its series of RUD ACPTurnado lifting points, with Max and Supermax versions. Caldwell partners with the RUD Group to unite their sales and marketing activities in North America for RUD material handling and lifting devices within a common organization. The RUD portfolio includes slings and lifting points for the most complex tasks for integration into almost any application.

www.caldwellinc.com

SOCMA Power Electric Forklift Trucks

PAC Machinery offers bags made from 100% recycled resin for automatic bagging machines

PAC Machinery Bags and Materials announces a new polyethylene bag formulation made from 100% recycled resin. Designed for automatic bagging machines, the Recylene® line of Rollbags® is made with the environmentally conscious brand and businesses in mind, with the material now produced using up to 100% recycled resin content.

www.pacmachinery.com

Delta-Q Technologies commences full production of its 3.3 kW Battery Charger

Delta-Q Technologies (Delta-Q), has announced that its innovative mid-power charger, the XV3300, is now in full-scale production. With its unique 3-in1 design, this highly efficient charging system integrates a 3.3 kW battery charger, a 500 W DC-DC converter to power the vehicles’ auxiliary loads, and an EV charging station interface. These key features encased in a ruggedized IP67 design, provide OEMs with an attractive package for simplifying electrification of their off-road applications. www.delta-q.com

With many years of accumulation in the high-capacity forklift sectors and over a decade of customer success experience, SOCMA has introduced the SOCMA Power Electric Forklift Truck Solutions. SOCMA Machinery strongly believes in a clean and sustainable energy source is the future, and we are here to answer the market. Powered by CATL LFP Battery Technology, our E-Forklift Trucks not only provide significant fuel cuts to your job site but also reduce vibration and air pollution to the maximum during work, which brings benefits not only financially but also biologically.

www.socma-forklift.com

Portable Stacking Racks

• For storing or transport, these long-wearing racks save space & time.

• Utilize vertical storage space by safely stacking these racks up to 5-high.

• Forklift portable for easy handling of loads up to 4000 lbs & more.

• Rugged construction features stand up to heavy industrial requirements.

• Save time by moving more material with fewer moves.

• Store product up and off the floor preventing product damage.

• Racks store easily with little storage space required when not in use.

• Standard rack designs/sizes can be changed to meet your specific needs.

Material Handling Directory PRODUCTS

AERIAL LIFTS

forklift-international

www.forklift-international.com

Largest online marketplace for used forklifts, attachments, work platforms, batteries and chargers.

AUCTIONS

BATTERIES / CHARGERS

Flight Systems Industrial Products Headquarters:

1015 Harrisburg Pike

Carlisle, PA 17013

Midwest Branch: 80 S. Fairbank St. Ste. 7 Addison, IL 60101

1-800-333-1194

www.shop.fsip.biz

Winternitz Industrial Auctioneers & Appraisers

2516 Waukegan Road, Suite 385 Glenview, IL 60025

Phone: 847 272-0440

Cell: 847 272-3969 www.winternitz.com charlie@winternitz.com

National Asset Disposition Services Firm, Considered One of the Nation’s Leading & Most Successful Industrial Liquidation Firms, and Industry Pioneer.

Auctions conducted throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico

Specializing in Complex Manufacturing Facilities, Selling Entire Plants, Multiple Locations, from Surplus, Complete Closures to Ongoing Operations.

Serving Privately and Publicly Held Companies, United States Bankruptcy Court, Financial Institutions, Advisors and Turnaround Management Professionals.

BATTERIES / CHARGERS

XtraPower Batteries

132 St-Joseph Blvd

Lachine, QC H8S 2L3

Toll-Free: 877 422-9797

Phone: 514 422-9797

www.xtrapowerbatteries.com

sales@xpb.ca

Flight Systems Industrial Products (FSIP) provides reliable, high-quality products and services. We offer an extensive battery charger line-up, both new and remanufactured, on-board or off-board, for lead-acid (flooded, AGM, gel traction) or lithium in a range of voltages and amps for electric vehicles as well as battery regenerator solutions, including our all-in-one, fully automated Xtender battery regenerator.

Forklift-International.com

LITHIUM SAFEFLEX BATTERIES AND CHARGERS

Maintenance-free Li-ion batteries increase safety and efficiency with a lower total cost than lead acid.

High-frequency chargers with CAN communication, voltage detection and multiple outlets enable fast charging with lower utility costs.

ReConditioning Process

ReCon Batteries are the solution for applications requiring 6 hours of daily usage. Small and Medium sized Business operations, Large warehouse back-up batteries, rental units, and used truck sales.

Each ReCon battery has undergone the 18-stage Reconditioning Process and has a minimum rated capacity of 85%. All batteries are hand sanded, cleaned, painted and equipped with brand new parts (vent caps, shrouds and cables).

3 years old

Matching Chargers Available for all models

Package Discounts Available Core credits up to $1,000.00 per battery

CARTS - RACKS

Dyna Rack

425 Sovereign Ct

Ballwin, MO 63011-4432

Toll-Free: 800 939-3962

Phone: 636 527-1868

Fax: 636 256-8963

www.dyna-rack.com

sales@dyna-rack.com

CONTAINERS

Molded Fiber Glass Tray Company

6175 Route 6

Linesville, PA 16424

Toll Free: 800-458-6050

Phone: 814-683-4500

Fax: 814-683-4504

www.mfgtray.com

info@mfgtray.com

The Molded Fiber Glass Tray Company was founded in 1952 in Linesville, Pennsylvania, and are pioneers in the material handling industry. We manufacture reinforced composite trays, containers, and flats used in the material handling, industrial, confectionery, bakery, food service, pharmaceutical, and electronics markets for in-process handling of goods.

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DISTRIBUTORS

ELECTRIC

findadistributor.com

Phone: 602 218-8556

www.findadistributor.com

info@findadistributor.com

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Users and Providers - North America’s online directory of distributors and dealers selling material handling, supply chain and logistics equipment, products and services. A cost-effective alternative to mainstream search engines and broad directories, putting distributors and dealers where they can be found by local customers.

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DRUM HANDLING

EQUIPMENT - NEW Interthor, Inc.

2580 Diehl Rd, Ste E Aurora, IL 60502-5309

Toll-Free: 888 345-1270

Phone: 708 345-1270

Fax: 708 345-1290

www.interthor.com

Flight Systems Industrial Products

Headquarters:

1015 Harrisburg Pike

Carlisle, PA 17013

Midwest Branch:

80 S. Fairbank St. Ste. 7 Addison, IL 60101

1-800-333-1194

www.shop.fsip.biz

ENGINES

All Industrial Engine Service

4607 Hamann Pkwy

Willoughby, OH 44094

Toll-Free: 877 303-5438

Phone: 440 943-9546

Fax: 440 943-9547

www.all-industrial.com

jgelsiminojr@all-industrial.com

ENGINES -

All Industrial Engine Service

4607 Hamann Pkwy

Willoughby, OH 44094

Toll-Free: 877 303-5438

Phone: 440 943-9546

Fax: 440 943-9547

www.all-industrial.com

jgelsiminojr@all-industrial.com

EVENTS / TRADE SHOWS

Mezzanine Safeti-Gates, Inc.

174 Western Avenue

Essex, MA 10929

www.MezzGate.com

sales@MezzGate.com

978-768-3000

MHEDA

118 S. Main Street - Suite 11 Wauconda, IL 60084

Phone: 847 680-3500

Fax: 847 362-6989

www.mheda.org

connect@mheda.org

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The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association is the only national trade association dedicated solely to improving the proficiency of the material handling equipment distributor. MHEDA represents all segments of the industry and offers resources such as education, networking opportunities, industry specific information and more.

ENGINES

All

4607 Hamann Pkwy

Willoughby, OH 44094

Toll-Free: 877 303-5438

Phone: 440 943-9546

Fax: 440 943-9547

www.all-industrial.com

jgelsiminojr@all-industrial.com

Mezzanine Safeti-Gates designs and manufactures pallet drop safety gates for fall protection on elevated work platforms in distribution centers, warehouses and manufacturing facilities. Our full line of safety gate designs meets ANSI standards and OSHA regulations. FORKLIFT

Forklift-International.com

8255 NW 58th St Miami, FL 33166

Phone: 305 592-5360

www.kellytractor.com

Marketing@kellytractor.com

Since 1933, Kelly Tractor Co., a fourth generation and family-owned company, has partnered with its customers and communities as the premier solutions provider in Southern Florida. Our Lift Truck Division’s material-handling line-up includes industry-leading brands such as Cat Lift Trucks, Big Joe, Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks, Kalmar, Jungheinrich, Landoll, Genie, JLG & Aisle Master. Whether it is selling, renting, or servicing, our Lift Truck Division is ready to get the job done to guarantee your success.

We’ve rebranded - formerly Kensar Equipment

820 S Post Rd

Indianapolis, IN 46239

Phone: 317 787-3400 x 8522

SALES, SERVICE, PARTS, RENTALS & TRAINING SINCE 1962.

New & Used: Forklifts, Pallet

Trucks, Aerial Lifts, Railcar Movers, Sweepers/Scrubbers, Storage & Racking, Warehouse Automation Equipment, Operator Training, Fleet Management, and much, much more! Mention PROMO CODE LUKE.

FORKLIFTS - WHOLESALE BUY / SELL

Dallas/Fort Worth

900 Port America Pl. Grapevine, TX 76051

817-595-5995

Houston

22203 Cypress Slough Dr. Houston, TX 77073

281-895-5438

With locations in Dallas/Fort Worth and Houston, TX, Elite Material Handling specializes in forklift sales, service, rentals, and parts for ALL makes and models and offers customized maintenance plans. Our goal is to improve the efÞciency of your organization through our comprehensive warehouse and material handling equipment solutions. Let us know how we can help you take your business to the next level!

www.elitemh.com

INSURANCE

FOUNDATION RISK PARTNERS

DBA FAIRVIEW INSURANCE

25 Fairview Ave. Verona, NJ 07044

Toll-Free: 800 372-2558

Phone: 973 857-0870

Fax: 973 857-9645

www.fairviewinsurance.com

gjacobs@fairviewinsurance.com

National Equipment Dealer Program. This program is designed for construction and forklift dealers and Material Handling distributors. It covers property and business interruption, inland marine, commercial general liability, business automobile, umbrella, and workers compensation. Coverage for pollution liability and employment practices liability are optional.

LIFT TABLES

Presto Lifts Inc

2 Hampshire Street, Suite 102

Foxborough, MA 02035

Phone: 800 343-9322

Fax: 888 788-6496

www.prestolifts.com

sales@prestolifts.com

LOCKERS

MATERIAL HANDLING & STORAGE EQUIPMENT Material Handling Systems

Minnesota Location: 8630 Monticello Lane North Maple Grove, MN 55369

Pennsylvania Location:

38 East 1st Street

East Stroudsburg, PA 18301

Complete turnkey pallet rack systems including space planning, design, layouts, budgeting, supplying, and installation.

Jesco Industries, Inc.

950 Anderson Rd

PO Box 388

Litchfield, MI 49252

Phone: 800 455-0019

www.jescoonline.com

Jesco Industries Inc. proudly manufactures their products in the USA.

• Self Dumping Hoppers (50+ sizes)

• Work Platforms-standard & multi-person

• Industrial Guard Rails

• Wire Mesh Partitions (diamond & 2x1 Mesh)

• Industrial carts

• Custom designed hoppers and carts

We offer a combination of quality products, helpful customer service, and competitive pricing. We would love to help you with any of your material handling needs. Call 800-7225908 or visit www.akequipment.com

MEZZANINE DECKINGSTEEL

DACS, Inc.

900 Port Centre Parkway Portsmouth, VA 23704

Toll-Free: 800 909-4937

Toll-Free Fax: 800 909-4938

www.dacsinc.com

dswanson@dacsinc.com

Johnson Bros. Roll Forming Co.

5744 McDermott Drive

Berkeley, IL 60163-1102

Phone: 708 449-7050

Fax: 708 449-0042

www.JohnsonRollForming.com

info@johnsonrollforming.com

Since 1948 Johnson Bros has manufactured metal parts for many industries including the Material Handling Industry. From roll formed angles, u channels, c-channels, to roll formed profiles and mouldings, tubing and rings. All metals. 2-5,000ft. min. Prefinished/plain. Inline: holes, cut to length, perforating, end fabricating.

PALLET RACKS

PARTS

Wholesale Pallet Rack Products

Minnesota Location:

8630 Monticello Lane North Maple Grove, MN 55369

Pennsylvania Location: 38 East 1st Street East Stroudsburg, PA 18301

We ship pallet rack and wire decks nationwide out of our Minnesota and Pennsylvania warehouses. We own the inventory at these locations, so you can expect reliable service and short lead times. We sell exclusively to dealers and resellers at wholesale rates.

Call 888-578-1579 or visit www.wprpwholesalepalletrack.com

Flight Systems Industrial Products Headquarters: 1015 Harrisburg Pike

Carlisle, PA 17013

Midwest Branch:

80 S. Fairbank St. Ste. 7 Addison, IL 60101

1-800-333-1194

www.shop.fsip.biz

Flight Systems Industrial Products (FSIP) provides reliable, high-quality products and services. We offer new, manufactured, and remanufactured electronic products servicing the battery-powered and electric vehicle markets. Our vast industry knowledge, technical expertise and efficient manufacturing and remanufacturing practices enable FSIP to provide costeffective and reliable product solutions.

MEZZANINES

DACS, Inc.

900 Port Centre Parkway

Portsmouth, VA 23704

Toll-Free: 800 909-4937

Toll-Free Fax: 800 909-4938

www.dacsinc.com

dswanson@dacsinc.com

MOBILE WEIGHING

RAVAS USA, LLC

1500 Enterprise Parkway

Twinsburg, OH 44087

Phone: 330 425-3092

Fax: 708 345-1290

www.ravas.com

salesoffice-usa@ravas.com

PALLET STACKING FRAMES

Dyna Rack

425 Sovereign Ct Ballwin, MO 63011-4432

Toll-Free: 800 939-3962

Phone: 636 527-1868

Fax: 636 256-8963

www.dyna-rack.com

sales@dyna-rack.com

PALLET TRUCKS

Interthor, Inc.

2580 Diehl Rd, Ste E

Aurora, IL 60502-5309

Toll-Free: 888 345-1270

Phone: 708 345-1270

Fax: 708 345-1290

www.interthor.com

sales@interthor.com

RACK DECKING - STEEL

DACS, Inc.

900 Port Centre Parkway Portsmouth, VA 23704

Toll-Free: 800 909-4937

Toll-Free Fax: 800 909-4938

www.dacsinc.com

dswanson@dacsinc.com

RACKS

West Point Rack, Inc.

13591 Chandler St

Omaha, NE 68138

Toll-Free: 866 245-3630

Fax: 866 245-3631

www.westpointrack.com

reva@westpointrack.com

CANTILEVER, STRUCTURAL PALLET & PORTABLE STACKING. “We don’t just promise, we deliver”- West Point Rack is one of the fastest growing companies in the industry. Our customers recognize quality products, dependability of service and competitive pricing. Our Primary Goal is to satisfy our Dealers, earn their Trust, and become their “Vendor of Choice.”

RACKS - PORTABLE

Dyna Rack

425 Sovereign Ct

Ballwin, MO 63011-4432

Toll-Free: 800 939-3962

Phone: 636 527-1868

Fax: 636 256-8963

www.dyna-rack.com

sales@dyna-rack.com

RACKS - STACKING

Dyna Rack

425 Sovereign Ct

Ballwin, MO 63011-4432

Toll-Free: 800 939-3962

Phone: 636 527-1868

Fax: 636 256-8963

www.dyna-rack.com

sales@dyna-rack.com

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

Mezzanine Safeti-Gates, Inc.

174 Western Avenue

Essex, MA 10929

www.MezzGate.com

sales@MezzGate.com

978-768-3000

RACKS

Dyna Rack

425 Sovereign Ct

Ballwin, MO 63011-4432

Toll-Free: 800 939-3962

Phone: 636 527-1868

Fax: 636 256-8963

www.dyna-rack.com

sales@dyna-rack.com

Mezzanine Safeti-Gates designs and manufactures pallet drop safety gates for fall protection on elevated work platforms in distribution centers, warehouses and manufacturing facilities. Our full line of safety gate designs meets ANSI standards and OSHA regulations.

Sentry Protection Products

16927 Detroit Avenue Ste.3

Lakewood, OH 44107

Phone: 888 265-8660

www.sentrypro.com

info@sentrypro.com

West Point Rack

West Point Rack is one of the fastest growing companies in the industry. Our customers recognize quality products, dependability of service and competitive pricing.

Our Primary Goal is to support our dealers, satisfy their customers, earn trust and be the “Vendor of Choice” for rack products and racking systems.

We offer a full line of light duty, intermediate duty, heavy and extra heavy duty cantilever racks. We provide multiple configurations of a wide variety of stacking racks. Our structural pallet racks can be configured for a wide range of applications. West Point Rack has the products that generates solutions for your storage needs.

We also offer specialty products such as bar cradle trucks, drum racks, hand carts and other specialty transport and storage products. Give us a call at 866.245.3630. We may have what you need. Look forward to hearing from you.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

STEER AXLESREMANUFACTURED

STRADDLE STACKERS

Interthor, Inc.

2580 Diehl Rd, Ste E

Aurora, IL 60502-5309

Toll-Free: 888 345-1270

Phone: 708 345-1270

Fax: 708 345-1290

Ideal Shield

2525 Clark Street

Detroit, MI 48209

866-825-8659

info@idealshielad.com

www.idealshield.com

Ideal Shield is the specialized manufacturer of the Original Bumper Post Sleeve, the strongest guardrail on the market, and a variety of handrail systems. Our patented line of products saves time, money, and maintenance by eliminating the need to paint.

American Industrial Transmission, Inc.

20395 Hannan Pkwy

Walton Hills, OH 44146

Toll-Free: 800 588-7515

Phone: 440 232-9545

Fax: 440 232-8142

www.aittransmission.com

sales@aittransmission.com

Need a reman steer axle? Call AIT, the transmission experts. Our equipment, our technicians, and our lift truck knowledge has opened the way for a new product line. Same great customer service. Same great delivery times. Same great workmanship. Steer axle remanufacturing by American Industrial Transmission.

STACKERS

Interthor, Inc.

2580 Diehl Rd, Ste E

Aurora, IL 60502-5309

Toll-Free: 888 345-1270

Phone: 708 345-1270

Fax: 708 345-1290

www.interthor.com

sales@interthor.com

forklift-international

www.forklift-international.com

Largest online marketplace for used forklifts, attachments, work platforms, batteries and chargers.

STORAGE & SHELVING

Aigner Label Holder Corp.

218 MacArthur Ave New Windsor, NY 12553

Toll-Free: 800 242-3919

Phone: 845 562-4510

www.aignerlabelholder.com

info@aignerlabelholder.com

STORAGE STACK RACKS

Dyna Rack

425 Sovereign Ct Ballwin, MO 63011-4432

Toll-Free: 800 939-3962

Phone: 636 527-1868

Fax: 636 256-8963

www.dyna-rack.com

sales@dyna-rack.com

www.interthor.com

sales@interthor.com

TIRES

FORKLIFT TIRE COMPANY, INC.

Phone: 866 313-2180

Extension 1: Sales - 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. PST

Extension 2: Leave a Message

www.ForkliftTire.com

sales@forklifttire.com

Huge selection and inventory. One Stop Shop. Supply of Industrial wheels and tires. We ship FREE to commercial addresses throughout the lower 48 states. OEM Premium-grade Options, Polyurethanes, PreOwned and New Tires, Wheels, and Wheel Assemblies.

“4 or More” - Replace a complete set for less

ROTATOR

MULTI DRUM TURNER PANTHER MAXI

REEL ROTATOR LOGIFLEX LOGIFLEX (INOX)

UTILITY CARTS - STAINLESS STEEL

Lakeside Manufacturing, Inc

4900 West Electric Ave West Milwaukee, WI 53219

Toll-Free: 800 558-8565

Phone: 414 902-6400

Fax: 414 902-6446

www.elakeside.com

info@elakesideindustrial.com

Lakeside was established in 1946 and is a manufacturer of wire, stainless steel and plastic carts; wire shelving; cabinets; equipment stands; dunnage, pan and tray racks; powered and selfpropelled platform trucks; stainless steel janitorial carts.

WORK POSITIONERS

Material Handling Directoy